Cognitive and/or Mental Health Challenges (HRCA 1291)

This course builds on content from other courses to assist students to explore concepts and care-giving approaches that will allow them to work effectively with individuals experiencing cognitive and/or mental health challenges. The emphasis in this course is on supporting clients with dementia, recognizing responsive behaviours and identifying person-centred intervention strategies.
Course code: HRCA 1291
Credits: 3.0
Length: 60.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=HRCA&number=1291

Schedule 1†

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
61824May 5, 2025
to July 23, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: Varies		Brar, Ash Harpaul

Schedule 2†

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
CRN # Dates Day/Time/Location Instructor
60119May 5, 2025
to June 27, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B		To, Naomi
61779May 5, 2025
to June 27, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
61793May 7, 2025
to June 27, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B
72698September 4, 2025
to October 24, 2025		  See full schedule
  Delivery: In Person
  Location: VCC Broadway Building B		To, Naomi

Additional Information

  • Cognitive Challenges in Older Adulthood
  • Mental Health Challenges
  • Responsive and reactive behaviours
  • Elder Abuse

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.